Program Overview

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Graduate Entry Doctor of Medicine – 4 years

Program Summary

The Graduate Entry Doctor of Medicine program at MBRU offers a unique opportunity for holders of a Bachelor or equivalent degree in a relevant field to pursue the study of medicine. This is a four-year graduate program divided into two phases. Phase 1 is an intensive period of study of basic sciences and mechanism of diseases delivered over one extended academic year to include the summer months each side of the academic year. Phase 2 (clinical phase) encompasses three years of clinical exposure in affiliation with local and international healthcare institutions.

Duration

• 4 Years

Application Deadline

• January 9, 2026

Study Type

• On Campus

Annual Tuition Fee

• AED 160,000

About the Program

Our new program of Graduate Entry Doctor of Medicine offers a unique opportunity for holders of a Bachelor or equivalent degree in a relevant field to pursue the study of medicine. This is a four-year graduate program divided into two phases. Phase 1 is an intensive period of study of basic sciences and mechanism of diseases delivered over one extended academic year to include the summer months each side of the academic year. Phase 2 (clinical phase) encompasses three years of clinical exposure in affiliation with local and international healthcare institutions. Benchmarked against international standards, the College of Medicine aims to provide our students with rich and diversified learning opportunities, to ensure they are prepared with the knowledge, skills, and experience to serve the community and promote excellence within the healthcare system.

Timeline

Admission Timeline

• October 13, 2025: Applications Open
• January 9, 2026: Applications Close
• January 9, 2026: English Submission Deadline
• January 9, 2026: MCAT
• February 13-15, 2026: Multiple Mini Interviews
• March 31, 2026: Conditional Admission Offers

University Graduates

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Undergraduate studies should have included basic science, life/health science or equivalent courses. Latest minimum cGPA 3.5 on a scale of 4.0 or equivalent.

Entrance Examination

• Minimum MCAT score of 500

English Proficiency

• IELTS Academic: Minimum of band 6 with no skill less than 5.5
• TOEFL: iBT 80; CBT 213
• EmSAT - English: Achievement of 1525 or above

Required Documents

Applicants are advised to have the following documents scanned and ready to upload in colored PDF format:

• Recent photo (high resolution with white background)
• Valid passport copy
• Emirates ID Card – front (if applicable)
• Emirates ID Card – back (if applicable)
• Family Book (UAE Nationals only) / Mother's Family Book (UAE mother nationals only)
• Residency Permit (if applicable)
• Official Undergraduate Academic Transcript(s)
• Official Undergraduate Degree Certificate
• MCAT result
• Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) – course by course evaluation (if applicable)
• Results of English Proficiency Test (e.g., IELTS – Academic or TOEFL)

Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)

The MMI process is used for selection by medical, dental, and pharmacy schools around the world. The interview scenarios are designed to test non-cognitive competencies which are key to success as a medical student such as:

• Communication Skills
• Problem-solving
• Empathy
• Moral/ethical reasoning
• Decision-making
• Professionalism

Tuition Fees

• Application fee: AED 1,000 + AED 50 (5% VAT) due at the time of application (Non-refundable)
• Seat reservation fee: AED 10,000 (Non-refundable)
• Annual tuition fee: AED 160,000

Refund Policy & Special Circumstances

Refund Policy & Special Circumstances are available upon request.

Document Attestation

All applicants for admission are required to obtain equivalency/recognition of their educational degree from the UAE Ministry of Education.

Transfer Admission Policy

MBRU's MD program does not accept transfer of admissions, transfer credit, nor recognition of prior learning, due to the uniqueness and integrated nature of the curriculum offered.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long is the MD program at MBRU? Our MD program is 4 years.
• I applied to MBRU last year but wasn't offered a position. Can I re-apply? Yes, we will consider a new application.
• What happens after I submit my application? Please note that for your application to be considered, you have to complete the online application, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee. An experienced panel of MBRU faculty and staff will then review completed applications against our published minimum requirements. Qualified short-listed candidates will be invited for on-campus multiple mini-interviews (MMI). Candidates who are not invited for interviews will be notified at that time with a regret notice. Interviewed applicants will then be ranked by the admission team based on their academic qualifications and interview performance. Ranked applicants will be sent conditional offers.